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​“You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child.” - Dr. Seuss
Farmville Public Library's children’s services includes children from birth to age 11 as well as their parents and caregivers.  The Library offers story time and early literacy activities, print and eBooks, computers equipped with dozens of educational games, and activities to help nurture a love of reading and learning.  Please contact the Children's Librarian, Heather Harden, at hharden@farmvillenc.gov or call (252) 753-3355 for more information.
“There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island.” – Walt Disney
Open your Internet connected device camera and scan the barcode to watch videos and learn more about penguins or click here. 
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There's snow better time to read! Participate in the Winter Reading Program and earn a Party in a Box prize! You set your own goal and decide how much to read. You also decide whether to count books, pages, or time toward the goal. Participants can be read to, read aloud, read silently, or listen to audiobooks. Yes, ebooks and audibooks count too. Sign up through the ReadSquared website or download the app from the iOS or andriod app store to log your reading. Or visit the Library to get a paper reading log.  If using paper record, please fill out form below. The program runs now through March 31. Prizes may be picked up beginning March 26. For questions, email Heather at hharden@farmvillenc.gov or call 252-753-3355.

    Register Here (if not using READsquared)

StoryWalk

​Enjoy socially distanced outdoor fun with your family at the StoryWalk, located at Oliver Murphey Park Nature Trail and Disc Golf Course . The January  title is “The Snowy Day / Un Dia de Nieve" by Ezra jack Keats in available to read in English and Spanish. Take a trip along the paved path and read and move along with the story. Each station features pages from the book and prompts to engage your family in the story and encourage fun movements to the next station. You'll even find some trivia for older kids and adults.

Valentine Card Project

​Everyone is invited to be a part of the Community Valentine Card Project by making a card for the residents and staff at PruittHealth in Farmville. Pick up a kit from Farmville Public Library and return your card(s) to the Library by Thursday, February 11. Staff will deliver the cards.
Reading Rocks! The Winter-Wonderland Music, Bubble  and Comedy Show! All Ages!
​"Sleigh bells ring! Are you listenin’?” The Winter-Wonderland Music, Bubble and Comedy Show is a snowy “turtle-riffic” musical experience that is designed to engage children through winter songs, movement activities, big giant bubbles, prizes, children’s stories, and interactive music technology! The show is crafted to be inclusive for all children, including children on the Autism Spectrum, and a great time for parents and caregivers! Each song in the 30-minute show is accompanied by hands-on, visual, and sensory experiences designed to help kids learn and have fun at the same time. Before the show, visit the Library to pick up bubbles for each child in your family.
Join Zoom Meeting https://bit.ly/Winter-Wonderland-Party-With-Prizes-Farmville-Library-Saturday-February-13th-2020     Passcode: music     Meeting ID: 867 2499 6728
Here's a sneak peek of ​Reading Rocks! The Winter-Wonderland Music, Bubble  and Comedy Show!

I Spy Farmville

I Spy Downtown Farmville. Take a walk down Main, Wilson and other downtown streets and look closely at the businesses and buildings and see if you can spy some of the landmarks and murals like this musical mural located off W. Wilson Street. You can also look for letters, colors and shapes.

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​Call 252-753-BOOK (2665) to listen to a different story each week read by Farmville Public Library staff and guest readers.

​“Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.” - Emilie Buchwald
“Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” – Carl Sagan

Check out a Wi-Fi Hotspot for FREE

All Hotspots are currently checked out. To place your name on a waiting list, visit the Library or contact 252-753-3355 or email Heather Harden at hharden@farmvillenc.gov.
2020-2021 Battle of the Books Lists
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​Student Access Project
The easier way for Pitt County Schools students to access library books, computers, and online resources.  Every PCS student has a special Farmville Public Library account, which allows students to use their student ID number instead of a traditional library card.  Students may bring their student ID number to the library to check out or access materials, or library staff will gladly look up their account number for them.  For online resources that require a pin number, students can use the last 4 digits of their student ID number as their pin.  PCS student files will be updated quarterly to ensure up-to-date records and parents can opt out at any time.
Browse NC Kids Digital library and download free e-books and audiobooks to your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Read books instantly on the Libby app or through the Kindle app.
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age 5, no matter their family’s income.  Thanks to North Carolina law makers, Smart Start and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library are working together to get books into the hands of North Carolina’s youngest children.  Register for free here.

​DK Find Out! is a kid friendly general interest site with fun facts, quizzes, games, and activities on a wide variety of topics.

COVID-19 Updates

The library building is open to the public and face coverings must be worn inside.
Curbside services are available.
Books and materials must be returned to the book drop, which is available 24/7.
New users can sign up for a library card for instant access.

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